Minor variances authorized to permit retention of a long-standing front yard driveway and parking space.
The applicant appealed a Committee of Adjustment decision denying minor variances to permit the retention of an existing front yard driveway and parking space at a residential property.
The City argued the driveway conflicted with Official Plan policies and a recent site-specific zoning by-law amendment.
The Tribunal allowed the appeal and authorized the variances, finding that the driveway had existed for over 35 years without issue, was consistent with neighbourhood character, and satisfied the four tests for minor variances under s. 45(1) of the Planning Act.
OLTOntario Land TribunalApr 24, 2023
